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Clinical Algorithm for Initiation of HIV Post Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) for HIV Prevention

20 June 2024

This tool developed by the South Africa National Department of Health is intended to support health care providers in screening for PEP.

Product(s): Post Exposure Prophylaxis

Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa

Format(s): Training Materials

Countries: South Africa

Type: Document

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